Gymnastics Instructors - Competitive Team & Recreation Classes (Multiple Vacancies)
About The Position
Arlington County’s Department of Parks and Recreation is hiring temporary, part-time Recreation Instructors at Levels I, II, and III for its gymnastics program. Instructors coach and teach participants of different ages and abilities in recreational classes and competitive teams, including adapted gymnastics. The program includes the Arlington Aerials and Arlington Tigers competitive teams and offers more than 400 recreational classes each year. Instructors tailor teaching to participant abilities, evaluate performance, prepare and deliver lesson plans and curricula, set up and secure equipment, report unsafe equipment, and complete administrative tasks such as attendance reports. Assignments vary by level: Instructor I roles generally suit candidates with some gymnastics instruction or coaching experience; Instructor II roles typically cover beginner and intermediate classes, including therapeutic recreation classes as needed; and Instructor III roles typically serve competitive teams, advanced classes, and therapeutic recreation classes for participants with disabilities, with substitution duties as assigned. Typical work hours are weekday evenings from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and weekends: Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Applicants must submit a completed application and resume highlighting relevant qualifications. A pre-hire background check is required. Instructors must obtain First Aid, AED, and CPR certifications within 60 days of hire, and possess a valid driver license by appointment or be able to use alternative transportation to perform duties at other locations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Instructor I: 400 hours of technical gymnastics experience.
- Instructor II: 800 hours of technical gymnastics experience, including at least 50 hours of instructional experience.
- Instructor III: 1,200 hours of technical gymnastics experience, including 50 hours of instructional experience.
- Additional related post-high-school education may substitute for technical experience at 400 hours per year, but not for required instructional hours.
- Must possess or obtain First Aid, AED, and CPR certifications within 60 days of hire.
- Must possess a valid driver license by the time of appointment or be able to use alternative transportation for duties at locations other than the primary worksite.
- Submit a complete application, including the supplemental questionnaire, and an attached resume highlighting relevant background and experience.
- A pre-hire background check will be conducted on selected candidates.
Nice To Haves
- Current or previous gymnastics instruction through coaching or teaching.
- Current or previous participation in a recreational or competitive gymnastics program.
- USA Gymnastics, First Aid, CPR, or other gymnastics certifications.
- Experience working with children of all ages.
Responsibilities
- Provide gymnastics instruction tailored to participants’ individual abilities and evaluate student performance.
- Prepare for classes or team instruction and execute lesson plans and curriculum.
- Set up equipment before classes or practices and secure it afterward.
- Inspect equipment and report unsafe equipment to a supervisor.
- Complete required class or team administrative work, such as attendance reports.
- Substitute for other classes or competitive teams as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
